Museum of Appalachia

A living history museum that tells the stories of the people of Appalachia through the artifacts they left behind. Smithsonian Affiliate. Founded in 1969.

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John Rice Irwin, founder of the Museum of Appalachia, through the years https://t.co/l7gt6jG6Ju

[ABC24 Memphis @ABC24Memphis]

Irwin is remembered for his dedication to the preservation of Appalachian history and culture. https://t.co/4Cwm3IwWuP

[Lamar Alexander @SenAlexander]

John Rice Irwin displayed Appalachian pioneer history in a way that no one else ever has.

His tens of thousands of items in the Museum of Appalachia remind us that we don’t have to go outside our own backyards to find interesting people.

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The Museum of Appalachia announced its founder, John Rice Irwin, died Sunday at age 91. Irwin, a renowned historian and writer, spent his life pursuing his passion of preserving the history and culture of the Appalachian Mountains. https://t.co/eE3SRHZnZL

[UT Knoxville @UTKnoxville]

Remembering alumnus John Rice Irwin who did so much for the preservation of Appalachian history at the @MuseumofApp.

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HUNDREDS of Barn Dance silent auction items are now open for bidding! Download the Handbid app, search for “Museum of Appalachia Barn Dance 2021,” and bid on getaways, gift cards, handmade items, one-of-a-kind experiences, and much more!

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This Father’s Day, all dads receive FREE admission to the Museum of Appalachia

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The Museum will offer free admission to veterans and active-duty military on Monday in honor of Memorial Day

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Get access to Independence Day Anvil Shoot Celebration and lots of additional Museum events with a Museum Membership! You've only got 2 weeks left to take advantage of Membership May, so get yours now! https://t.co/ITu9W1Zd4k

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This month only, Museum Memberships are 20% off! 1 year of FREE admission + FREE admission to Museum events & much more! More info: https://t.co/kA0HqbknQL

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Limited tickets available for Sheep Shearing Day! Reserve your spot at https://t.co/YsFsDiNAIv

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"We spent 6 or 7 hours there, but we could've stayed for 3 days." @drewholcomb and @ellieholcomb on the @MuseumofApp

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You still have time to register to compete for cash prizes! Advance tickets are also on sale at https://t.co/1DbIciwGXL or by calling 865-494-7680. https://t.co/nqFGGmmP1w

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Calling all fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, dobro players and more, register now for the Great Appalachian Fiddlers’ Convention at the Museum of Appalachia on June 1st! https://t.co/jg1Nw1oK8L

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Welcome to the Anderson County Chamber of Commerce! Our Outdoor Covered Porch is a great place for networking!

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We are here with The Teno Family at the Jellico Welcome Center celebrating National Tourism Week! We will be here until noon! #nationaltourismweek #thetenos — in Jellico, TN https://t.co/5f56FCzEyU

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The Museum is hiring restaurant staff! https://t.co/a8ycNpwpcE

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The Museum of Appalachia is looking for several team members to join our restaurant family. We are searching for individuals with a friendly, upbeat personality and a positive attitude, who are willing to... https://t.co/huh2zeS5UY

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